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ONTARIO: Shine a light to the sky on May 1 to show for doctors on the frontlines

ONTARIO: Shine a light to the sky on May 1 to show for doctors on the frontlines

The province-wide show of appreciation is being organized by the Ontario Medical Association as a way for all Ontarians to recognize doctors for their bravery and dedication
COVID-19: Anticipating N95 mask shortage, Toronto hospital turns to full-face snorkel masks

COVID-19: Anticipating N95 mask shortage, Toronto hospital turns to full-face snorkel masks

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre says it is taking snorkel mask initially meant for use underwater, and adding a filter meant to catch hazardous particles
LIVE: Ontario introduces safety measures for businesses re-entering the economy

LIVE: Ontario introduces safety measures for businesses re-entering the economy

The province unveils 61 workplace safety guidelines, but Ontario Premier Doug Ford says re-opening of economy will be done gradually
LIVE: Curve flattening, but curb your enthusiasm: Chief health officer

LIVE: Curve flattening, but curb your enthusiasm: Chief health officer

Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam says Canadians must remain vigilant while curve flattens
CANADA: First victim of military helicopter crash identified

CANADA: First victim of military helicopter crash identified

The Canadian military has not confirmed any deaths, but Trudeau is set to provide an update on the crash and search-and-rescue efforts at 11 a.m.
CANADA: Snowbirds to boost morale amid COVID-19 with cross-country tour

CANADA: Snowbirds to boost morale amid COVID-19 with cross-country tour

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the tour this morning, which will see the Snowbirds begin their flyovers in Nova Scotia this weekend and work their way west throughout the week
COVID-19: Ottawa researchers attempting to re-purpose cancer-fighting viruses for coronavirus vaccine

COVID-19: Ottawa researchers attempting to re-purpose cancer-fighting viruses for coronavirus vaccine

Dr. Carolina Ilkow and Dr. John Bell just received a grant of $250,000 to continue their research
LIVE: More frontline workers to receive emergency child care

LIVE: More frontline workers to receive emergency child care

Ontario expands eligibility to include workers in grocery stores, food supply chain
COVID-19: Laurier prof says Ontario's re-opening plan seems 'very thought out'

COVID-19: Laurier prof says Ontario's re-opening plan seems 'very thought out'

Dr. Todd Coleman says Step 1 in Ontario's plan could be at least a month away, maybe more
CANADA: Mental Health Commission launches free mental health tools for essential workers

CANADA: Mental Health Commission launches free mental health tools for essential workers

Commission president and CEO Louise Bradley says the digital tools will be able to train up to 500 people a week on how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems